Libraries across Surrey to give out over 750 trees this week
Surrey County Council is giving out the trees as it continues to try and reach its goal of planting 1.2 million by 2030
Surrey County Council is giving away 750 free trees to residents at libraries next Saturday, as part of its ongoing tree strategy launched in 2019.
The giveaway will take place on 7th February 2026, with trees distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at designated libraries across the county.
H2 Which libraries are participating?
Residents can collect trees during the following times at the libraries listed below:
- Banstead library: 9.30am to 12 noon
- Byfleet library: 10am to 12 noon
- Egham library: 9.30am to 12 noon
- Ewell Court library: 9.30am to 12 noon
- Guildford library: 9.30am to 12 noon
- Redhill library: 9.30am to 12 noon
- Virginia Water library: 10am to 12 noon
The trees being distributed are native, broad-leaved species and will come with stakes, guards, and a leaflet detailing planting and care instructions.
H2 Surrey’s pledge to plant 1.2 million trees
The tree giveaway forms part of Surrey County Council’s tree strategy, which aims to plant 1.2 million trees—one for every resident in the county—by 2030.
Since the launch of the strategy in 2019, 768,332 trees have been planted with the support of schools, communities, businesses, residents, and volunteers.
Marisa Heath, Surrey County Council Cabinet Member for Environment and Planning, has credited residents for their contributions to the scheme
“Our tree giveaways are always popular events and are a great opportunity for residents to be part of a Surrey legacy while tackling the impact of climate change and improving biodiversity.
Since our pledge in 2019, 768,332 trees have been planted and we couldn’t have done this without the ongoing support from schools, communities, businesses and residents, and of course the volunteers who have helped with the planting itself.”